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T561 WYJ

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,981 mi
Last recorded31,981 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT561 WYJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 31,981 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 31,770 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 31,770 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2013 31,465 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 33,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 31,358 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 30,070 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2010 27,294 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,394 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 22,191 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 22,191 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 20,925 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2007 20,925 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2006 18,193 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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T561 WYJ is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T561 WYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 27 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T561 WYJ registered?

T561 WYJ is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 May 1999.

Is T561 WYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T561 WYJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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